Anybody been to the Normandy Coast?

[HC]

I've just found out I'm going to Belle-Ile on the Normandy coast to sing an opera in about 2-1/2 weeks. Has anyone been in that region who can advise me about what kind of weather I can expect? Hot? Humid? I'm guessing it won't be humid but I'd like to know for sure so I can plan clothing, etc.

Any help would be appreciated.

 

[Rusty Shackleford]

Assuming you're talking about France and not some other Normandy, I was there in late May three years ago. At that time, I wore jeans and a sweater. I think the temps were in the 50s.

You can type international cities into weather.com, so you may want to try that.

 

[HC]

Thanks, Rusty. I'll try that.

 

[Write-brained]

my grandfather was there. all he remembers are Germans with guns.

Watch out for those!

 

[pressboxer]

He probably didn't enjoy the ride over, either.

 

[JR]

HC is being her usual low key self.

This is a major accomplishment for my best friend.

Here's the link to the opera festival:

http://www.belle-ile.net/en/accueil/

She has a principal role in The Barber of Seville.

I can't tell you how excited I am for her.

 

[2muchcoffeeman]

WOOHOO!

 

[pseudo]

Magnifique!

 

[Boom_70]

Keep your head down.

 

[Simon_Cowbell]

I've just found out I'm going to Belle-Ile on the Normandy coast to sing an opera in about 2-1/2 weeks. Has anyone been in that region who can advise me about what kind of weather I can expect? Hot? Humid? I'm guessing it won't be humid but I'd like to know for sure so I can plan clothing, etc.

Any help would be appreciated.

Is it ever hot and humid on that coast?


Congratulations... I'm in awe of your ability.

 

[Rhody31]

Remember that fat British guy who sang opera on that british TV show and won the contest?
That's me, son.

 

[alleyallen]

I was actually there June 6, 1994, for the 50th anniversary. It was absolutely incredible. Really, no matter where you go in the area, it's stunning.

After the anniversary commemoration, we went to Brest, which was a fantastic town.

What should you wear? Jeans and a regular shirt. The weather should be nice, as long as it's not raining.

 

[OTD]

Congratulations, HC--that sounds really cool!

I've been to Normandy, but it was in November. Still, I don't think it gets really hot there.

If you have time, check out the American cemetery. If you have a little more time, visit the German cemetery a few miles away. Both moving, in different ways. Plus, there's a good museum at Utah Beach.

And if you like sweet drinks, try the Calvados. Too sweet for me though.

 

[User 1019]

Congrats, HC. It seems this is quite the accomplishment.

I'd love to see Normandy. If I ever get stationed in Germany, I'm headed to Normandy for a few days. I just can't imagine what it would feel like to stand on those cliffs and walk those beaches.

 

[PeteyPirate]

I was actually there June 6, 1994, for the 50th anniversary. It was absolutely incredible. Really, no matter where you go in the area, it's stunning.

After the anniversary commemoration, we went to Brest, which was a fantastic town.

What should you wear? Jeans and a regular shirt. The weather should be nice, as long as it's not raining.

I would like to subscribe to your travel guide.

 

[alleyallen]

I was actually there June 6, 1994, for the 50th anniversary. It was absolutely incredible. Really, no matter where you go in the area, it's stunning.

After the anniversary commemoration, we went to Brest, which was a fantastic town.

What should you wear? Jeans and a regular shirt. The weather should be nice, as long as it's not raining.

I would like to subscribe to your travel guide.

I have a photo of me standing in front of a sign reading "Brest welcomes the U.S. Navy." Acting mature, I'm holding my hands in front of my chest like I'm sporting a rather enviable rack.

 

[Bubbler]

Damn. Congrats HC. France is a beautiful country, you'll love it.